EPISODE 16
what i Wish I Knew before starting homeschooling
The #1 Thing I Wish I Knew Before I Started Homeschooling
If I could go back to day one of our homeschool journey, I wouldn’t start with a curriculum catalog or a daily schedule. I’d start with this truth:
👉 Connection matters more than content.
In this episode of The Homeschool Hug, I’m answering one of the most common questions I get from new homeschoolers: “What do you wish you knew before you started?”
I thought I needed the right plans, the right structure, the right materials. But those things created stress when what I really needed was margin, presence, and a mindset that prioritized connection over perfection.
In this episode, I share:
• The early mistakes I made that created unnecessary pressure
• The turning point that shifted how I viewed homeschooling success
• Why connection builds trust, peace, and a better learning environment
• Simple ways to reset your homeschool with joy and presence
If you’re just getting started—or if you’re deep in a season of stress—this episode is a reminder that you don’t need to get everything right. You just need to show up for your kids in a way that builds connection and calm.
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Why This Podcast Exists
Homeschooling can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re totally new to it. As a former public school teacher who made the leap to homeschooling, I created this podcast to:
- Support and encourage moms like you who are considering or just starting to homeschool
- Provide practical advice to make home education easier.
- Foster a community of moms navigating the homeschooling journey together
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